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To ease gridlock, Sanwo-Olu suggests remote work plan Babajide Sanwo-Olu To ease gridlock, Sanwo-Olu suggests remote work plan. Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has advised business owners across the state to adopt flexible work arrangements to help ease the severe traffic congestion in Victoria Island and Ikoyi. The gridlock, attributed to the closure of the Independence Bridge in Bonny Camp, left many commuters stranded on their way home from work on Wednesday. The closure was due to the ongoing repair work being carried out by the Federal Ministry of Works. A cake maker on the Island, Oluwatosin Akanni, shared her…

JAMB releases 2025 mock UTME notification slip for printing The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that the 2025 UTME Mock Notification Slip is now available for printing for candidates who registered for the optional test. JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, said in a statement on Thursday that the slip contains key details such as the examination date, venue, time, and other essential instructions. Candidates can print their slips by visiting [www.jamb.gov.ng](http://www.jamb.gov.ng), clicking on “2025 Mock Slip Printing,” entering their registration number, and selecting “Print Examination Slip.” Benjamin confirmed that the mock examination will take place on…

Global AI market will impact 40% of jobs, expected to hit $4.8trn by 2033 – UN Global AI market will impact 40% of jobs, expected to hit $4.8trn by 2033 – UN The global artificial intelligence market is expected to reach $4.8 trillion — roughly the size of Germany’s economy — by 2033, the UN said Thursday, warning nearly half of jobs worldwide could be affected. While AI is transforming economies and creating vast opportunities, the technology also risks deepening existing inequalities, the UN trade and development agency UNCTAD warned in a report. In particular, the report cautioned that “AI…

LASU holds 28th convocation, 192 bag first class LASU LASU holds 28th convocation, 192 bag first class At its 28th convocation, a total of 192 graduates from Lagos State University, Ojo, will receive First Class degrees at the institution. Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello announced during a press briefing on Thursday at the university’s Senate building, as part of the convocation activities. In accordance to Olatunji-Bello, this year’s convocation marks her fourth consecutive ceremony as Vice Chancellor of the institution. She said, “Among the 8,711 students graduating with first degree programmes from the University, 192 came out with First Class honours…

First lady, Tinubu unveils free medical outreach, launches school, hospital Sen. Oluremi Tinubu First lady, Tinubu unveils free medical outreach, launches school, hospital Nigeria First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday at Otuasega, Ogbia Local Government launch a Free Medical Outreach and inaugurated the renovated and upgraded Cottage Hospital and Community Secondary School in the community. The projects, built by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in partnership with the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), according to the first lady, is to enhance healthcare delivery and education in Bayelsa State and other parts of the Niger Delta region. The First Lady,…

Natasha’s victory as recall petition fails to meet requirements – INEC Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Natasha’s victory as recall petition fails to meet requirements – INEC Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the petition to recall Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Senate has yet to meet constitutional requirement. The commission stated this in a short notice posted on its X platform. “The petition for the recall of the Senator representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District has not met the requirement of Section 69(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended),” the notice said. It consequently declared the recall…

Sujimoto CEO Responds to Fraud Allegation Against Retired University Don, Says “Not the way it is.” Olasijibomi Ogundele Sujimoto CEO Responds to Fraud Allegation Against Retired University Don, Says “Not the way it is.” This – Olasijibomi Ogundele, CEO of Sujimoto Holdings, has categorically denied claims that his luxury real estate company defrauded a 75-year-old retired professor of medicine out of ₦300 million. “It’s false and not the way it is. FCID, EFCC and others have been informed on this matter, and the law will take it from there. Everyone tarnishing our reputation will definitely face the full force of…

Sujimoto CEO Responds – “Not the way it us,” to Fraud Allegation Against Retired University Don Olasijibomi Ogundele Sujimoto CEO Responds – “Not the way it us,” to Fraud Allegation Against Retired University Don This day – Olasijibomi Ogundele, CEO of Sujimoto Holdings, has categorically denied claims that his luxury real estate company defrauded a 75-year-old retired professor of medicine out of ₦300 million. “It’s false and not the way it is. FCID, EFCC and others have been informed on this matter, and the law will take it from there. Everyone tarnishing our reputation will definitely face the full force…

Oba Adetona on 65th Coronation Anniversary, Otunba Gbenga Daniel Congratulates Oba Adetona and Gbenga Daniel Oba Adetona on 65th Coronation Anniversary, Otunba Gbenga Daniel Congratulates Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel, a former Governor of Ogun State and current senator representing Ogun East, has extended warm congratulations to the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebu-land, Oba Dr. Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, Ogbagba II, on the remarkable occasion of his 65th coronation anniversary. In a congratulatory message published in the Nigerian Tribune, Senator Daniel expressed “immense joy and profound respect” as he joined the entire Ijebu kingdom in celebrating the monarch’s milestone achievement.…

Investors laud 100% increase in Wema Bank’s dividend payout Wema Bank Investors laud 100% increase in Wema Bank’s dividend payout Some shareholders of Wema Bank have expressed delight at the 100 per cent increase in the dividend declared per unit for the 2024 financial year. According to its audited report filed with the Nigerian Exchange Limited, the board of Wema Bank proposed a dividend per share of 100 kobo per share (2023: N0.50) based on the number of shares existing as of 31 December 2024. The proposal is still subject to shareholders’ approval at its next Annual General Meeting. By…